Spaghetti is the traditional pasta shape used in Spaghetti Carbonara, a classic Roman pasta dish.

Penne is smooth, while Rigatoni has ridges. Both are cylindrical-shaped pasta, but Rigatoni is larger and has a hole running through the center.

Trofie is a short, twisted pasta shape that is ideal for pesto sauce. Its shape allows the sauce to cling to it well.

Pappardelle is the traditional pasta shape used in Osso Bucco, a braised veal shank dish.

Ditalini is a small, tube-shaped pasta that is often used in minestrone soup. Its shape allows it to hold the broth and vegetables well.

Bucatini has a hole running through the center, while Spaghetti does not. Both are long, thin pasta shapes, but Bucatini is thicker and has a more pronounced texture.

Fettuccine is a flat, wide pasta shape that is ideal for a creamy Alfredo sauce. Its shape allows the sauce to coat it evenly.

Spaghetti is the traditional pasta shape used in Puttanesca sauce, a spicy tomato-based sauce.

Lasagna noodles and Cannelloni shells are both large, flat pasta shapes that are ideal for baked pasta dishes. Lasagna noodles are used in lasagna, while Cannelloni shells are used in cannelloni.

Tortellini have a ring shape, while Ravioli have a square or rectangular shape. Both are filled pasta, but Tortellini are typically filled with meat, while Ravioli can be filled with a variety of ingredients, including cheese, vegetables, and meat.

Farfalle, also known as bow-tie pasta, is a good choice for a light and refreshing pasta salad. Its shape allows it to hold dressing and toppings well.

Bucatini is the traditional pasta shape used in Amatriciana sauce, a spicy tomato-based sauce.

Fusilli is a short, spiral-shaped pasta that is often used in pasta primavera, a dish made with fresh vegetables.

Gnocchi are made with potatoes, while Pasta is made with wheat flour. Gnocchi have a soft and chewy texture, while Pasta has a firm texture. Both can be served with a variety of sauces and toppings.

Pappardelle is a wide, flat pasta shape that is ideal for a hearty and flavorful ragu sauce. Its shape allows the sauce to coat it evenly.